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6 days ago
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'What Was He Looking For?': KL Rahul Slammed For Giving Akash Deep Strike On Day 4
Day 4 of the ongoing third Test just ended in the favour of England as India lost wickets in quick successions. The day was first dominated by the Indian bowlers as they managed to bundle out England for 192, taking a target of 193 to win the match. However, Ben Stokes and co bounced back with the ball as they reduced the visitors to 58/4 at stumps. India still need 135 runs to win on the last day with only six wickets in hand. After India lost their third wicket in the form of skipper Shubman Gill for six, they sent in pacer Akash Deep to bat as the nightwatchman. He, along with KL Rahul, had to spend the last daunting 15 minutes of the day against the fiery England bowlers. Everything was going as per India's plan but in the last over, Rahul took on the first delivery of Stokes and brought Akash on strike. This created an issue and England brought an attacking fielding, making the Indian pacer nervous. On the fourth delivery of the over, Stokes bowled out Akash for 1, leaving India struggling at 58/4. After the end of day's play, the fans slammed Rahul for taking a single and bringing Akash on strike in front of Stokes. However, some fans even backed Rahul for decision, stating that a nightwatchman's duty is to protect the main batter's wicket. What was KL Rahul looking for? Taking a single at the last ball when Akash Deep again had to face the bowler and the new ball. When KL Rahul was batting, he took a single at the first ball. He did it twice. Result is Deep is done. #INDvENG #INDvENG — Villager Anuj Tomar (@Da___Engineer) July 13, 2025 Just wanted to ask Why KL RAHUL gave strike to NIGHTWATCHMAN??? Was he more experienced than Rahul? We are 4 down, just because of KL RAHUL'S keeping himself on non strikers end. #INDvsENG #LordsTest — ANURAAG ॐ SHARMA 🇮🇳 (@7ANURAGSHARMA) July 13, 2025 #Nightwatchman job is take all the balls and keep the settled batsman safe. That is his role in test cricket if you don't know this perhaps you better stick to white ball cricket and IPL — Battleground-K (@battleground_k) July 13, 2025 A nightwatchman's role is to save the batsman and end the days of play with their wicket. The day was over for the Indian batsmen the moment KL Rahul took a single on the first ball. — Gabbar (@GabbbarSingh) July 13, 2025 Yashasvi Jaiswal was out for a seven-ball duck, skying a hook off express fast bowler Jofra Archer to wicketkeeper Jamie Smith. Karun Nair got out lbw to Brydon Carse with India captain Shubman Gill, who had already scored a double hundred and two centuries this series, falling in similar fashion. And in the last over of the day's play, Stokes bowled nightwatchman Akash Deep to raucous cheers from the home crowd. But India opener KL Rahul, fresh from his first-innings score of exactly 100, was still there on 33 not out following several typically elegant boundaries. With AFP inputs
India.com
6 days ago
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- India.com
Gautam Gambhir Cant Keep Clam As Washington Sundar Spins India To Glory At Lord's In Epic Day 4 Showdown
Day 4 of the riveting third Test between India and England at Lord's witnessed a generational spell of spin bowling from Washington Sundar — one that not only silenced critics but vindicated head coach Gautam Gambhir's much-debated selection. With the match hanging in balance, Sundar's 4-wicket haul carved through England's middle order, swinging momentum firmly in India's favour. Now nobody will give credit to Gautam Gambhir for selecting Washington Sundar#ENGvIND #INDvENG — Jesan Ali (@Jesanali12) July 13, 2025 Bowling figures of 4/22 in 12.1 overs — the best by an Indian spinner at Lord's this century — reflect not just efficiency but brilliance in execution under pressure. Sundar, who had played a peripheral role in the series until now, dismissed big names like Joe Root, Ben Stokes, and Jamie Smith, proving his match-winning potential. Sundar Spins a Web: England's Collapse Explained England began Day 4 with a slim upper hand. But things unraveled quickly thanks to India's disciplined bowling attack. Mohammed Siraj drew first blood by sending back Ben Duckett early, while Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja kept the pressure simmering. Yet, the breakthrough England feared came from Sundar's magical wrists. Joe Root, batting fluently and heading toward a match-defining half-century, was undone by a drifting off-break that slipped past his defense and crashed into leg stump. Moments later, Ben Stokes, looking set on 38, was foxed in the flight and bowled clean. Sundar's spell not only broke a vital 67-run stand but also exposed England's tail far earlier than expected. His performance is now etched alongside the likes of Anil Kumble and Ravindra Jadeja, but Sundar's economy (1.8) and control set him apart. His four-for was the most economical by a visiting spinner at Lord's since 2001. Gautam Gambhir's Roar of Redemption Usually a picture of composure as coach, Gautam Gambhir let his emotions spill out in the Lord's balcony after Root's dismissal. Cameras caught him hurling an expletive-filled cheer, a raw expression of vindication after weeks of scrutiny for persisting with Sundar in the red-ball setup. Critics had questioned Sundar's inclusion, citing better-performing spinners waiting in the wings. But Gambhir, known for backing his instincts, persisted. That gamble now seems visionary. Sundar, whose Test bowling average hovers under 30 and who bats above 40, has emerged as a genuine all-round asset — one who thrives under pressure. India in Command, but Battle Not Over Yet India bundled out England for 192 runs, setting themselves a target of 193 to win the third Test and take a 2-1 lead in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. With the pitch offering unpredictable turn and bounce, and the new ball doing just enough, the chase promises to test India's temperament and technique. Heading into Day 5, India needs 135 runs with 6 wickets in hand. The equation is simple, but execution won't be — especially against England's fiery pace attack and the overcast London conditions. Match-Winner in the Making Sundar's spell is being hailed as one of the finest by an Indian spinner in SENA (South Africa, England, New Zealand, Australia) conditions. His ability to bowl long spells, vary flight, and target the stumps consistently has made him a menace, especially on Day 4 and 5 surfaces. Moreover, his temperament under pressure — showcased in both ball and field — highlights his growing stature in international cricket. If India does go on to win at Lord's, this match will be remembered as Washington Sundar's Test — the day a quiet performer stole the show on cricket's grandest stage.
India.com
6 days ago
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WATCH: Gautam Gambhir erupts at Lord's as Washington Sundar dismisses Joe Root
Gambhir could not keep calm after Sundar removed Joe Root. New Delhi: Head coach Gautam Gambhir was in no mood to contain emotions as Washington Sundar got a breakthrough in the second session on day four of the fifth Test match against England at the Lord. Sundar bowled Joe Root to leave the English veteran in the pavilion with 40 runs. Bursting with emotions, Gambhir was spotted roaring inside the balcony of the historic Lord Cricket Ground, celebrating the decisive wicket. Washington Sundar provided a decisive breakthrough to India in the second session of Day 4 of the Lord s Test against England, which moved the head coach of India Gautam Gambhir to an emotional outburst. The off-spinner caught Joe Root leg-before wicket on 40, ending one of the most important partnerships. Gambhir who was in a heated state as a result of the experienced England batter, was spotted on the balcony of the legendary Lord Cricket Ground screaming his head off, and he could not help but express his excitement. Now nobody will give credit to Gautam Gambhir for selecting Washington Sundar#ENGvIND #INDvENG — Ankith Shetty (@AnkithS37681505) July 13, 2025 Gambhir was hardly surprised given the fact that Root had once got a narrow escape in an occasion when a Mohammed Siraj delivery had caught him on the pads and the on-field umpire Paul Reiffel had not raised his finger. India made a request of review, but replay maintained the on-field ruling as umpire call. Root had contributed a well-compiled century towards England impressive first-innings score. But when Sundar gave India a much-needed breakthrough in the second innings, Gambhir stood up uncontrollably expressing his ecstasy. Washington Sundar soon made his way back to strike his third victim by clean bowling England captain Ben Stokes who scored 33 in the penultimate session of the day. As both sides have registered the same score of 387 in the first innings, the Lord Test is now in a delicate position with India and England being neck-to-neck situations ahead of a thrilling finale.
News18
6 days ago
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- News18
Fans Blame KL Rahul For Akash Deep's Dismissal, Ask 'Zarurat Kya Thi?'
India ended Day 4 at 58/4 chasing 193, with nightwatchman Akash Deep falling late. KL Rahul's decision to take a single sparked debate as fans questioned his game awareness. It has been a dramatic third Test between India and England at Lord's, and Sunday – day 4 – was no different. Chasing 193, India coped with serious blows as they stumbled to 58/4 at stumps. Jofra Archer drew the first blood, removing Yashasvi Jaiswal for a 7-ball duck. Rahul and Karun Nair tried building a partnership before the day ended, but Brydon Carse trapped in front before treating the Indian captain the same way. With a few overs left in the day's play, India sent Akash Deep as the nightwatchman, but he fell prey to Ben Stokes while doing his job – to protect the set batter. Stokes cleaned up Akash Deep on the 4 th delivery of the day's final over. But more than the dismissal, the fans are questioning KL Rahul's intent to take a single and give strike to the nightwatchman. Why kl rahul giving strike to akash deep— ethan (@URaghumanda) July 13, 2025 What was KL Rahul looking for? Taking a single at the last ball when Akash Deep again had to face the bowler and the new KL Rahul was batting, he took a single at the first ball. He did it twice. Result is Deep is done. #INDvENG #INDvENG — Villager Anuj Tomar (@Da___Engineer) July 13, 2025 Akash Deep wanted to be protected by KL Rahul. Facepalm.— Saurabh Malhotra (@MalhotraSaurabh) July 13, 2025 It's hilarious how people are losing their minds over KL Rahul taking a single. Like, do y'all even know what a nightwatchman is for? He is there to shield the established batter, not the other way around! 😭Google is free, c'mon guys — Shivani Shukla (@iShivani_Shukla) July 13, 2025 Let's understand what a nightwatchman means. In Test cricket, a nightwatchman is a lower-order batter sent in towards the end of a day's play to shield a more established batter from facing the final overs, especially under testing conditions. The nightwatchman's primary job is to defend stoutly, absorb pressure, and survive the remaining deliveries of the day, ensuring that the key batter can resume their innings fresh the next morning. Though Akash Deep helped Rahul return unbeaten at stumps, he lost his wicket while performing his duty. India suffered another jolt, and now they are left with just 6 more men to chase down the remaining 135 runs to go 2-1 in the series. view comments First Published: July 14, 2025, 00:21 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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6 days ago
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Gautam Gambhir's Reaction After Sundar Removes Root For 40 Goes Viral
Sundar breached Root's defence on the fourth ball of the 43rd over of England's 2nd innings. The right-handed batter scored 40 runs from 96 balls. Indian men's cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir got charged up after spin-bowling all-rounder Washington Sundar breached Joe Root's defence and shattered his stumps on the fourth ball of the 43rd over of England's second innings on Sunday afternoon. Root was looking in good touch for the hosts on Sunday and had added 67 runs for the fifth wicket with captain Ben Stokes, but he failed to understand Sundar's magical delivery and got played on. After taking Root's wicket, who scored 104 runs from 199 balls in the first innings, Indian players celebrated in a charged-up manner, but the highlight was Gambhir's reaction from the Lord's balcony. In several pictures and videos going viral on the internet, Gambhir can be heard saying, 'Fuck off." Here's a look: Now nobody will give credit to Gautam Gambhir for selecting Washington Sundar #ENGvIND #INDvENG — Ankith Shetty (@AnkithS37681505) July 13, 2025 — Nihari Korma (@NihariVsKorma) July 13, 2025 The third team between India and England is evenly poised after 14 sessions. At the tea break on Day 4, England had managed to score 175 runs for the loss of six wickets. First Published: July 13, 2025, 20:48 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
